RECOVERY/DISCHARGED

Leah sat beside Mariam, watching Mrs. Adams rest peacefully after her successful surgery.

Mariam sat quietly by her mother’s side, gently rubbing her hand.

Leah walked up to the window, staring out at the hospital garden below, deep in thought. Just as she was about to speak, the door to the ward opened, and in walked Jack, carrying bags of food, fruits, and a beautiful bouquet of flowers.

Leah turned around, surprised to see him “Jack,” she said with a warm smile, "I have been waiting to see you"..

"Hi Leah".. he waved and smiled at her.

“you didn’t have to.” Mariam said inaudibly..

Jack shrugged, replying to Leah, his usual laid-back demeanor unchanged. “I couldn’t stay away. I just wanted to make sure Mariam and her mum are alright.”

Mariam looked up from her mother’s bedside, her eyes softening as she saw Jack approach. “Thank you,” she said quietly.

Jack gave her a small smile and set the bags down on the bedside table. “I brought some fruit, snacks, and flowers for Mrs. Adams.